MES Technician

Minerals Technologies•Lucerne Valley, CA

12d•$32 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services. Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation. We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers. We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly. Are you looking to join a fast-paced, collaborative team in a global mining and manufacturing organization? You will have an opportunity to work with an experienced group of professionals that will not only provide you with challenging work but will mentor and encourage you to learn and grow. The position of Mobile Equipment Shop Technician is a critical role in maintaining our mobile mining assets through safe execution of planned maintenance activities, troubleshooting downed equipment, and ensuring fleet reliability is maintained. This is considered a safety sensitive position therefore will be subject to random drug testing as required.

Requirements

Proficient in English and advanced mechanical/electrical skills.
Physical capabilities: lifting (up to 50 lbs, occasionally up to 100 lbs), operating equipment, manual dexterity, and working in confined spaces.
Strong troubleshooting, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and in teams.
Capable of instructing others and multitasking.
Must be adaptable, dependable, and maintain composure under pressure.
Required to follow safety and company procedures and complete necessary training.
Troubleshooting diesel and gas engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and drivetrains.
Electrical systems installation and troubleshooting.
Welding, fabrication, flame cutting.
Lubrication methods and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 5 years of experience with industrial mobile equipment (e.g., haul trucks, loaders, dozers, forklifts, dump trucks).

Nice To Haves

Preferred: computer literacy and formal diesel mechanic or automotive mechanic training.
Formal trade training preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for repairing mobile equipment to a safe and usable condition.
Troubleshooting and repair of mobile mining equipment
Plans, organizes, and performs planned maintenance and repairs to mobile mining equipment
Documentation of maintenance activities performed
Position includes a progression from Technician 1 to Technician 4 based on skill development.
Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance on mobile equipment.
Perform welding, electrical troubleshooting, and repairs. .
Coordinate with external vendors for repairs and emergency part deliveries.
Act as fill-in team leader when management is unavailable.
Troubleshoot, repair, and modify all types of mobile equipment (e.g., golf carts to heavy mining loaders).
Handle computer tasks: time cards, parts issuance, vendor emails.
Train and lead junior technicians.
Use service and parts manuals for repairs.
Perform hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs.
Refuel trucks and loaders.
Manage and store special order parts or stage parts for larger projects.
Perform other assigned duties as assigned.